In this extra special episode, Michael welcomes members of his own chosen family to explore the unique dynamics that make chosen families such an important part of the LGBTQ+ experience.
While providing a candid look at their own family dynamics, they delve into various subjects including:
- The importance of chosen family compared to biological family
- How bonds evolve over time and what makes them last
- How their dynamics can be similar to traditional family (for better or worse)
- Navigating and overcoming conflict
- Sharing helpful tips and advice for anyone nurturing their own chosen family
Join us for this particularly personal episode as Michael and his family share thoughtful insights, intimate revelations, and amusing anecdotes.
Host:
Michael DiIorio
Guests:
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Chapters
- (00:00:00) - Gay Men Going Deeper: Chosen Family
- (00:02:08) - The Zoom Call With My Closet
- (00:04:20) - The Chosen Family Project
- (00:06:38) - Seems Like My Chosen Family
- (00:08:37) - How My Chosen Family Impacted My Life
- (00:12:03) - Mike and Sean: I Choose My Family
- (00:16:07) - The Superbrothers
- (00:17:43) - The Importance Of Chosen Family
- (00:22:13) - Chopped Family: The Challenge of Conflict
- (00:26:57) - Gavin on His Love Life
- (00:29:30) - What, What do you guys think contributes to like, longevity in
- (00:31:58) - Toronto's rising social confidence
- (00:34:07) - What Factors contribute to a Long Term Relationship?
- (00:38:11) - In the Elevator With Chosen Family
- (00:44:14) - Flying Back in the Air
- (00:44:29) - Who Is Most Likely To Win A Hot Dog Eating Contest?
- (00:46:19) - 20 Things That People Don't Know About Their Coaches
- (00:50:03) - How To Tell Your Chosen Family You Love Them
- (00:51:52) - A Taste of Gavin, Sean
